Jake Castellanos

Passionate about helping students create their unique career journey. Guider of students interested in the communication and arts pathways. Advocate for students with disabilities. Fan of the outdoors and baseball.

 

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Jake Castellanos

Career Counselor

Dr. Marina Chavez

My own experiences as an undergrad and grad student at UCSB, as well as working as an instructor, have convinced me of the great and urgent need for conversations about life and career pathways. I am passionate about being part of the necessary shift in campus culture towards integrating career education, especially big-picture conversations about life and career pathways, into the culture of UCSB.

 

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Dr. Marina Chavez

Career Counselor

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Supports the career growth of future technology and engineering innovators. Empowers undocumented students in career success. Champions career education counselors and programs. Corgi enthusiast.

 

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Maddie Foster

Associate Director,
Career Education

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Creates space for students to build confidence in "real world" endeavors. Thrives on "light bulb" moments during resume critiques. Supports students in finding creative ways for "teamwork to make a dream work." Enthusiastic about quotation marks and pet rats.

 

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Maya Hargens

Assistant Director,
Graduate Career Education

Aanika Khatri

Interested in building genuine and motivational relationships with students. Aims to create a safe space for students to share their ambitions, struggles, and favorite TikToks. Here to help students find meaningful opportunities that will elevate their academic, professional, and personal goals. Loves dancing, getting brunch, and embracing her South Asian heritage.
 

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Aanika Khatri

Career Counselor

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Lives in the moment to prepare for the future. Ready to assist students to find their place in between. Liaisons with students to develop innovative careers. Here for you to be there for others. Mildly addicted to coffee.

 

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Christina Nguyen

Career Counselor / Coordinator

LaTia Willis

Oversees all aspects of the Career Resources Room (CRR) operations and manages the amazing Student Peer Advisors. Passionate about providing easy access, free, up-to-date, and comprehensive career information for students.  Loves her family, reading, the performing arts, and is a proud Gryffindor/Marvel/Tolkienite!

 

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LaTia Willis

Career Resources Coordinator